Salary : $50,839.78 - $84,732.96 AnnuallyLocation : ANNANDALE (HJ09), VAJob Type: FT Hourly W BNJob Number: 24-01887Department: Park AuthorityOpening Date: 08/03/2024Closing Date: 10/25/2024 11:59 PM EasternPay Grade: S18Posting Type: Open to General PublicJob Announcement Join the Park Authority and our nationally recognized team of professionals! This position will work as a part of one of the most highly regarded park systems in the country. With more than 25,000 acres of parkland, nine RECenters, eight golf courses, three lakefront parks, and more, FCPA is an exciting organization to be a part of and there are many opportunities for staff to make a difference at every level.Repairs and maintains the Park Authority facilities and plumbing and sewer system. Works alongside the Plumber-II to perform daily and weekly inspections of all the Park Authority outdoor and indoor restrooms, offices, pump houses, recreation centers, and camp sites. Performs comprehensive and preventative maintenance repairs. Renovates and installs new restroom fixtures and plumbing lines. Works with contractors during renovations. Assists in the preparation and cost estimates of new installation and repairs. Establishes standard operating procedures and initiates appropriate corrective measures per county codes. Illustrative Duties (The illustrative duties listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list. A complete list of position duties and unique physical requirements can be found in the position description.)
- Installs, maintains and repairs sanitary sewer, storm drain, potable water and gas plumbing systems;
- Installs, maintains and repairs and/or replaces water heaters and recirculating pumps;
- Maintains/repairs single and three phase electric pump motors and pump motor control centers;
- Maintains/repairs commercial, industrial, and residential plumbing components, fixtures, special materials and apparatus;
- Performs renovation and preventive maintenance functions;
- Prepares cost estimates and where appropriate, provides information to plumbing contractors;
- Requisitions materials and equipment;
- Maintains inventory of spare parts/materials in shop or on assigned service vehicle;
- Operates assigned service vehicle;
- May train/oversee work of Maintenance Trade Helpers.
Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities (The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list.)
- Knowledge of the standards, practices and equipment of the plumbing trade;
- Knowledge of applicable county, state and national plumbing and safety codes;
- Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures as well as common hazards associated with plumbing;
- Ability to follow written and oral instructions as well as drawings, specifications and
- manufacturer's manuals;
- Ability to utilize tools of pertinent to the trade, including, drain cleaning equipment, cameras, jetting, torches, grooving machines, pipe threaders, closet auger and plunger;
- Ability to plan and perform work at the Journeyman-level;
- Ability to estimate time and materials needs;
- Ability to maintain good interpersonal relationships;
- Ability to train/instruct Maintenance Trade Helpers;
- Ability to perform duties in inclement weather, climb ladders and scaffolds and routinely work in dark, hot, cold, damp environments in tiring, physically demanding positions for long periods of time with possible exposure to hazardous materials.
Employment Standards MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following:High school diploma or GED issued by a state department of education;And two-year technical degree in the plumbing trade; OR Completion of apprentice-level plumbing vocational training;Or four years practical, progressively responsible plumbing experience.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Ability to coordinate and collaborate with staff, managers, and supervisors on the prioritization of repair effort.
- Experience monitoring and maintaining inventory of tools, parts, and materials to ensure adequate stock levels.
- Ability to read and interpret manufacturers drawings.
- Experience preventative and/or corrective repairs in the most efficient manner to reduce equipment downtime.
CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:
- Driver's License (Required)
- Journeyman (Plumber) from the State of Virginia (Required)
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: The appointee to the position will be required to complete a criminal background check and driving record check to the satisfaction of the employer.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Ability to climb using either a ladder or a portable lift. Ability to lift 50 lbs. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.SELECTION PROCEDURE: Panel Interview and may include an exercise.The population of Fairfax County is very diverse where 38.7% of residents speak a language other than English at home () and we encourage candidates bilingual in English and a foreign language to apply to this opportunity.Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-###-#### for assistance. TTY 703-###-####. EEO/AA/TTY.#LI-SP1 Merit PositionsFairfax County is proud to offer employees an attractive and comprehensive benefits program, including the following:
- Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance Coverage
- Group Term Life Insurance
- Long Term Disability
- LiveWell Program
- Flexible Spending Programs
- Paid Leave (annual, sick, parental, volunteer activity, and more!)
- Paid Holidays
- Contributory Retirement Plan
- Deferred Compensation
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employees' Child Care Center
- Commuter Benefit Program
- Continuous Learning Opportunities
NOTE: Fairfax County Government is a qualifying employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. For more information about the PSLF program: For additional details please visit the Non-Merit Positions
Non-Merit Benefit Eligible: scheduled to work a minimum 1,040 hours and no more than a maximum of 1,560 hours in a calendar year. - Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance Coverage
- Flexible Spending Program
- Deferred Compensation
Temporary: scheduled to work a maximum of 900 hours in a calendar year. 01 What is the highest level of education that you have completed?
- Less than 12th grade
- High school diploma or GED
- Some college
- Associate's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Master's degree
- Doctorate degree
02 If you answered Some college for the highest level of education completed, please indicate the number of quarter or semester hours you have completed towards a degree.
- Less than 45 quarter hours
- 45 to less than 90 quarter hours
- 90 to less than 135 quarter hours
- 135 to less than 180 quarter hours
- 180 or more quarter hours
- Less than 30 semester hours
- 30 to less than 60 semester hours
- 60 to less than 90 semester hours
- 90 to less than 120 semester hours
- 120 or more semester hours
- Not applicable
03 Do you currently possess a valid driver's license?
04 Do you possess a valid Commonwealth of Virginia Journeyman Plumber license?
05 Have you completed a two year technical degree in the plumbing trade; or completion of an apprentice-level vocational training program in plumbing?
06 What is your highest level of Virginia certification?
- None
- Contractor Plumber
- Journeyman Plumber
- Master Plumber
07 How many years of full-time equivalent progressively responsible plumbing experience do you have?(Progressively responsible experience: Refers to tasks, job duties, or roles that demonstrate growth and/or advancement in complexity, difficulty, or level of responsibility.)
- None
- Less than one year
- One to less than two years
- Two to less than three years
- Three to less than four years
- Four to less than five years
- Five or more years
08 How many years of full-time equivalent professional experience do you have supervising others?
- None
- Less than one year
- One to less than two years
- Two to less than three years
- Three to less than four years
- Four to less than five years
- Five or more years
09 How many years of full-time equivalent experience do you have monitoring and maintaining inventory of tools, parts and materials to ensure adequate stock levels?
- None
- Less than one year
- One to less than two years
- Two to less than three years
- Three to less than four years
- Four to less than five years
- Five or more years
10 How many years of full-time equivalent experience do you have in preventative and/or corrective repairs in the most efficient manner to reduce equipment downtime?
- None
- Less than one year
- One to less than two years
- Two to less than three years
- Three to less than four years
- Four to less than five years
- Five or more years
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